LIFE SKILLS TRAINING

WHEN SOMEONE HAS AN ADDICTION, IT AFFECTS ALL PARTS OF THEIR LIFE. IT CAN HURT THEIR RELATIONSHIPS, THEIR CAREER, AND THEIR FUTURE. LIFE SKILLS TRAINING IS A USEFUL PART OF THE RECOVERY PROCESS. THIS TYPE OF TRAINING HELPS INDIVIDUALS RELEARN HOW TO ENJOY LIFE AFTER THEY FINISH REHAB.

HOW LIFE SKILLS TRAINING WORKS

Life skills training helps people learn the talents they need to survive emotionally, socially, and financially. Most people take these vital skills for granted. When someone has an addiction, they may lose some of the skills they learned early on in life. Sometimes, addiction is also a crutch they use to manage in life.

The goal of life skills training is to help people learn more effective behaviors for dealing with life. This training may be a separate program, or it might be a part of individual and group therapy sessions. Before long, these useful skills become daily habits and the start of a positive change.

Rehabs offer essential support in coping with painful emotions. Guests learn new ways to deal without stress because they can no longer escape from the world through their addiction. These techniques might involve yoga, meditation or journaling.

With addiction therapy services, individuals learn new interpersonal skills for channeling emotions and building relationships. They gain useful techniques for managing anger. The right life skills training options depend on the individual’s unique needs and plans for after rehab.

THE TYPES OF TRAINING OPTIONS

One kind of life skills training is financial management. This type of program helps individuals learn how to save money and prevent financial problems. Since addictions are expensive, many people need support while rebuilding their financial lives after rehab.

Many luxury rehabs offer support for nutrition and physical health. During the intake process, the guest goes through a nutrition assessment. Then, they work to create a diet and nutrition plan that helps them achieve their optimal health. Other programs like recreational therapy and yoga can also help the individual boost their physical health.

Often, relationships fall apart because of an addiction. During recovery, individuals learn how to build sober relationships. They develop social skills for interacting with sober peers and enjoying life without their addiction. This kind of treatment may also include communication skills and techniques for managing negative emotions.

Depending on the individual, other options like time management and vocational training may be useful. Developing a routine and staying busy can help individuals stay sober. Meanwhile, employment skills help people build a new career and a life outside of rehab. From learning career skills to managing time, rehabs offer many programs for helping individuals live a healthy, rewarding life.

TAKING THE FIRST STEP IN BUILDING A SOBER LIFESTYLE

Through addiction rehab, individuals can begin their recovery journey. Group and family counseling help individuals learn how to have fulfilling relationships. Meanwhile, relapse prevention training helps guests develop the right skills for staying sober. At the rehab center, individuals can learn about different options such as:

• Dual diagnosis treatment
• Art, music, and recreational therapy
• Relapse prevention, aftercare, and alumni programs
• Individual, group and family therapy
• Men’s and women’s specific programs
• Physical and occupational therapy
• Nutritional assessments and individual plans

You do not have to let addiction take over your entire life. Recovery is possible through the right rehab services. At the Pearl of the Sea Retreat, guests can begin their healing rehab stay within gorgeous St. Augustine, Florida. This beachside location offers guests a chance to relax and restart their lives fresh. Through evidence-based programs and exclusive services, guests can enjoy a healthy, sober lifestyle. If you’d like to discover how we can help you begin your recovery, then call us today.